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The forgotten photographer who put a US president in the White House – and pioneered photographic branding
HISTORY John Plumbe Jr not only captured the oldest existing photo of a sitting US president, but went on to pioneer the branding practices used by studios to this day
This Charli XCX portrait by Harley Weir refuses to be a typical pop star photo, and that's precisely why it now belongs in London's National Portrait Gallery
News It captures one of Britain's most culturally significant musicians in a moment that feels unusually intimate
Boudoir photography: 13 pro secrets for capturing tasteful portraits with fine-art flair
Tutorial Pro tips for capturing elegant boudoir photography, from communicating with subjects to choosing the right gear
Do you know about the "Trinity prime lenses" for portrait photography?
OPINION These are the "Trinity prime lenses" for portraiture – and they will change how you use your camera for people photography
Arnold Schwarzenegger on low-angle photography: "They always shoot up, so the camera is right there in front of you… you will always look like a stud"
NEWS A new Taschen book collects seven decades of Schwarzenegger photography, shot by some of the greatest names in the business.
Make montage portraits worthy of David Hockney's memory
HOME PROJECTS Create portrait montages like David Hockney's classic series, either as physical prints or in the digital domain
Best books on portrait photography in 2026: learn from the masters
Books Learn to shoot great pictures of people with our rundown of the best books on portrait photography
Beach photos that set a young Marilyn Monroe on a highway to Hollywood commemorated with new plaque
News Pin-up photos captured on a Long Island beach set a 23-year-old Norma Jeane’s trajectory towards Hollywood and history!
